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The turbulent century and its rule-breaking art—Picasso, Surrealism and edgy architecture.
Roaming Europe, we admire stately Neoclassical buildings and dramatic Romantic paintings.
Shimmering Impressionist canvases by Monet and Renoir, plus Van Gogh, Gauguin and more.
Early Europeans produce diverse art: from Christians to Muslims and Byzantines to Vikings.
The grand cities of ancient Rome’s vast empire and majestic churches of its fall.
Soaring Gothic cathedrals of radiant stained glass, plus art celebrating worldly pleasure.
From Portugal to Germany, booming economies and new technologies produce exquisite art.
We marvel at Baroque’s over-the-top churches, palaces, bubbly fountains, and theatric art.
Florence’s bold “rebirth” is powered by the genius of Leonardo, Rafael, and Michelangelo.
Rome’s rise, as seen in its supersized monuments, colorful mosaics, and marble Caesars.
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A quick lesson makes it easy to identify Doric, Ionic, and Corinthian architecture.
The age of Hellenism traded the calm balance of the Golden Age for exuberance and realism.
Ingeniously built stone circles of the megalithic age functioned as celestial calendars.
Ancient Greek theaters, statues of gods and athletes, and the guiding principle of balance
The painted animals in the caves of Lascaux show the artistry of people 15,000 years ago.
The Parthenon and Temple of Concordia trumpet the sophistication of ancient Greek society.
Egypt’s towering pyramids, lavish tombs hidden in hillsides, and glorious art treasures.
Mysterious societies built necropoli and tombs in remote corners like Ireland and Orkney.
The Parthenon and Temple of Concordia trumpet the sophistication of ancient Greek society.
At the Temple of Karnak in Luxor, appreciate the sophistication of that ancient kingdom.
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